Reversing cellular aging is possible in less than a week and without causing cells to become too young or turn cancerous, new research finds. This was previously only achievable using gene therapy, limiting widespread use. The study unlocks new solutions in fighting against aging and age-related diseases.

“Until recently, the best we could do was slow aging. Discoveries suggest we can now reverse it,” says David A. Sinclair, A.O., Ph.D., professor, department of Genetics and co-director of the Paul F. Glenn Center for Biology of aging research at Harvard Medical School and lead scientist on the project.

The discovery has “far-reaching” implications for regenerative medicine and potentially “whole-body rejuvenation.”

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